Chapter 78: The Alchemy Hall Master — Luo Chen

Disease Tiger Zeng Wen!

An anomaly within the Broken Mountain Gang.

He held a high position as a Hall Master, but for so many years, he never managed any affairs.

Due to an injury from his early years, his Dao path was hopeless, so he spent most of his time seeking pleasure and lingering among the flowers.

Whenever he lacked spirit stones, he would go hunting in the mountains alone.

He almost never formed alliances with anyone, making him a solitary figure.

If not for his brilliant performance on the Dao Discussion Platform and the deaths of three Hall Masters, he wouldn't have returned to the Broken Mountain Gang to serve as one of the three Combat Hall Masters.

At this moment, facing the inquiries of a Foundation Establishment cultivator,

He shrugged lightly, "Do you want to hear a lie or the truth?"

Uncle Mi Hua's expression turned sour.

"Does it matter if it's a lie or the truth?"

"A lie would be that I had a great time, my mouth and legs were weak, and I almost couldn't crawl out of the building today."

"And the truth?"

"The truth is that there was a change in the personnel at the Heavenly Fragrance Tower. The beauties I liked either joined the Joyful Union Sect or retired. The new female cultivators don't know their limits at all. They used the Joyful Union Sect's charm techniques on me without any spiritual power. My old bones can't withstand such torment, and I really almost couldn't crawl out today."

So, whether it's a lie or the truth, it all ends up with him almost not being able to crawl out!

Uncle Mi Hua took a deep breath, "Now the gang is setting up an Alchemy Hall, which concerns everyone's additional income. You are a Hall Master, so give us your opinion."

Zeng Wen sprawled in his chair and spread his hands.

"Ask for my opinion? Of course, I, Zeng Wen, will say it's good!"

"Huh?"

"Little Brother Luo is my closest and dearest brother. If he comes to refine pills for us, we definitely need to give him more spirit stones!"

After saying this, he winked at Luo Chen, "When will you refine the high-quality Pill of All Wonders? I've suffered from the Heavenly Fragrance Tower's demonesses for too long!"

Luo Chen clasped his hands, looking righteous and solemn.

"Little Brother will spare no effort to help Fellow Daoist break the Joyful Union Sect's charm techniques!"

Seeing this back-and-forth, Mi Hua was almost amused into laughter.

"Alright, two-tenths. It's just a few dozen spirit stones. Being so petty makes us cultivators seem too worldly."

Ha ha, it's not like you're the one being petty!

This thought flashed through everyone's minds.

Then, under everyone's expectations, Luo Chen sat down again.

From this day on, the Broken Mountain Gang had its ninth hall — the Alchemy Hall!

The major direction was decided, and the next step was to address some details.

The location for the Alchemy Hall was already chosen, and the construction of the buildings was almost complete. For this, Mi Hua even contributed a set of first-stage medium-sized array formations to protect the Alchemy Hall from beast attacks.

Additionally, the personnel who would be transferred to the Alchemy Hall were all listed by Sikong Shoujia.

As for why this uninvolved elder was informing Luo Chen, the reason was that he would also be moving into the Alchemy Hall, serving as an Alchemy Hall executive.

Luo Chen could only chuckle at this.

Another elder, another executive, what are you up to, old man?

He didn't delay and immediately proposed Gu Caiyi's entry into the gang.

Qin Liangchen and his wife vouched for her, confirming her background and clear record.

This proposal was passed without any obstacles.

However, when it came to placing Gu Caiyi in the Alchemy Hall, Mi Junping frowned and refused.

Once again, Zeng Wen stood up for Luo Chen.

"Gu Caiyi is a renowned dancer, famous throughout the Great River Market."

"If she joins the Broken Mountain Gang and the Alchemy Hall, she will definitely be a golden signboard. Are you a fool, Xiao Ping, to push her away?"

Mi Junping was furious and started to settle accounts with Zeng Wen.

This month, due to his neglect, many people in his hall were injured or killed, causing the gang to lose many spirit stones.

Zeng Wen just laughed and agreed, saying he would deal with it next month.

This was the reward promised by the old man for participating in the life-or-death battle on the Dao Discussion Platform. As his daughter, you shouldn't question it!

Just before the meeting ended, Luo Chen, who had been quiet for a long time, spoke again.

"Boss, are you really going to give me two magical artifacts?"

Mi Hua was taken aback, "Wasn't it just one?"

"Didn't we agree on one or two? Can you still haggle?"

Luo Chen looked innocent, his clear eyes full of anticipation.

"Medium-grade magical robe, with a self-cleaning array formation, dust-free. It also has a water shield technique that can withstand an attack from a late-stage Qi Condensation cultivator."

"High-grade magical Cloud Stepping Boots, with three array formations, but they are all the same. You know the Wind Control Technique, right?"

Qin Liangchen inspected them and returned them to Luo Chen.

Luo Chen happily put them on, not caring that they were second-hand.

Now, he was also well-equipped, with at least medium-grade items for his attire and equipment.

If you add his medium-grade Jade Green Knife and high-grade Soul Piercing Nail,

Tsk tsk!

This wealth would make him stand out among mid-stage Qi Condensation cultivators!

Qin Liangchen watched this scene and sighed.

Indeed, Mi Hua had plenty of magical artifacts to spare.

But after winning the life-or-death battle on the Dao Discussion Platform, he only gave him a single Golden Needle magical artifact, which wasn't even convenient to use.

It couldn't be because he destroyed that high-grade defensive Dao robe, so he didn't want to give him any magical artifacts, right?

Or was it because he had lost a hand and had no future, so he didn't want to invest in him anymore?

Just like when Zeng Wen was injured years ago, he didn't care at all.

Speaking of Zeng Wen, he appeared right then and there.

His steps were unsteady, and his face was pale.

Meng Rong saw this and said, "Little Zeng, you need to take care of your health!"

Zeng Wen was deeply moved, "Meng, only you care about me. Since your husband has lost his hand and has no future, why don't you come with me? I will definitely—"

"Get lost, as far as you can!"

Qin Liangchen was furious and kicked him directly.

Zeng Wen pulled Luo Chen and fled, leaving the couple behind, one scolding and the other persuading.

"Why are you getting so worked up with him? Weren't you good friends back then?"

"Good friends? He thinks about you every day, and I beat him every time I see him."

"You, our son is already so big, and you're still fighting with him."

"Fellow Daoist Luo, I have a secret matter to discuss. Do you have any stock?"

"I do, the Pill of All Wonders, large bottles, medium-grade!"

"I want the medium-sized bottles."

"Teacher Zeng, they are large bottles, medium-grade."

"Uh, never mind, give me ten bottles first. I have to go back and make a comeback!"

Cash on one hand, goods on the other.

Zeng Wen left proudly, no longer pale and weak.

Luo Chen looked at the fifty spirit stones in his hand and sighed.

Indeed, he is my best customer. I even offered him a discount.

But he insisted on paying full price, saying the Pill of All Wonders was better than before and he couldn't let Fellow Daoist lose out.

Just as Luo Chen was sighing, Wang Yuan appeared in front of him, as if he had been waiting for a long time.

He glanced at Luo Chen and turned to leave.

Luo Chen immediately followed obediently.

Not long after, in a quiet secret room,

"I didn't know you could already refine medium-grade pills." Wang Yuan sneered.

Luo Chen scratched his head, "Isn't it because you are focused on your Dao path and don't need this stuff? Of course, if you need it, I have plenty!"

"Nonsense!"

Wang Yuan scolded, then suddenly sighed.

"If I had known you could refine medium-grade pills, I wouldn't have let you return to the Broken Mountain Gang with us."

Luo Chen also put away his carefree smile.

He shook his head, "It's not your fault, Brother Wang. As long as I want to earn spirit stones for cultivation, I will eventually be noticed. Without the Broken Mountain Gang, there would be the Great River Gang, the Li Family, the Nangong Family, the Duan Family, or even the six major Golden Core sects."

The first part made Wang Yuan feel moved.

The latter part made him feel a bit off.

You, a mere cultivator, could be noticed by the six major Golden Core sects?

Of course, he still gave him encouragement and affirmation.

"Now, what do you plan to do?"

"Since I'm here, I'll settle down. If you can achieve the eighth level of Qi Condensation in the Broken Mountain Gang, and Brother Qin can gradually reach the ninth level, why can't I?"

His words were filled with a grand and indomitable spirit.

Seeing this, Wang Yuan no longer consoled him.

After demonstrating his firm resolve, Luo Chen looked at Wang Yuan curiously.

"Did you call me here just to apologize? We are brothers, why be so formal?"

Wang Yuan remained silent.

Luo Chen perked up, "There really is something? Brother Wang, you usually help me. What's the matter? Just say it."

His old face showed no emotion, whether from being stoic or from his body cultivation making his face thick-skinned.

Wang Yuan silently took out a piece of animal skin.

Curiously, Luo Chen took it and examined it closely.

"Huh, a pill formula?"

As he read, Luo Chen said casually, "Is this a pill formula for me? You are indeed a good friend. Wait, something feels off. Why are all the ingredients the same? Don't they need to balance the properties?"

As he spoke to himself, Luo Chen read quickly, almost skimming through it.

By the time he finished reading the formula, his brows furrowed. When he reached the end, he blurted out,

"Second-stage pill formula?"

(End of Chapter)